NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXIV, Issue 2664, 20 October 1882, Page 3

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Liswood Town District. —The following nominations were received to-day for th? seven seats on the new Town Board of Lin wood:—Messrs T. Atkinson, W. Badger, T, Carmichael, B. Olephane, G. Collier, J. Goodman, B. P. Glen, B. J. Hale,T. Hullett, T. B. Jackson, J. Jamieson, 8. O. Keiteven, G. W. D. Morris, 3. Popperell, F. W. Staples, B. Toafe, E. Toomer and H. Toomer. A poll will be taken on Saturday, 28th, at the Oddfellows’ Hall, Phillipstown. Bazaar ax Oddfellows’ Hall.—This bazaar was opened for the second day’s business at two o’clock this afternoon, the attendance being very good, although the great excitement of the venture will be this evening, when Mr Seager will show marvels aerial snapension, magic, &s., &o. A largo attendance is almost sure to result.

Wan Gault I Show. —At the Agricultural and Pastoral Association’s Show yesterday, two first and one second prize for ploughs was taken with Messrs P. and D. Dunoan’s ploughs. Sir George Qbkt’B Gift.— ln addition to the valuable library given some time since to the Auckland Library by Sir George Grey, we are farther informed that he has promised a further gift of old manuscripts in his possession. Eoyal Arch Pueplb, 0.L., No. B,—Last evening this body held their monthly meeting in the Orange Hall, Worcester street, the W.M. Bro. Williams, supported by 8.W.0.M. Bro. Prndhoe and W.M.’s of Nos, 3 and 24 on the dais, and later in the session by P.B.W.G.M. Bro. Clifford. There were a goodly number of brethren and visitors present. The routine of lodge work was os follows, viz.:—Correspondence, part of whioh was from Leeston brethren, inviting lodges and members of the order to assist in the ceremonies of opening their new Orange Hall. It wae decided that the lodge, so far aa convenient to members, should attend. The auditors presented their report, whioh was of a most satisfactory character, viz, £126 odd in hand. One candidate had been balloted for. The lodge was duly closed by the W.M., and members were invited to tak their seats round the social board, when . very enjoyable evening was spent. During the evening a warm discussion took place on the Bitualism of the Cathedral and churches of the province, and the duty of Orangomeu thereto. After the usual loyal and patriotic toasts had been given, the brethren separated for their homes. Education Board. —The North Can erbury Board of Education held as ordinary meeting yesterday, and disposed of a large amount of routine business. A report appear a elsewhere.

Public Libeaejhb.—lt was stated at yesterday’s meeting of the North Canterbury Board of Education that forms of application for a share in the Government grant to public libraries could be obtained at the office of the Board. Thb Wbathbb and thb Chops.— In the northern district rain would at the present time prove very acceptable to the grain crops an well as to the grass lands. A slight rain fell on Wednesday evening, otherwise the season since sowing has been an exceedingly dry one.

Thxatbb Botal.—The bill of the proceeding evening was repeated last night at the Theatre Boyal, being the final appearance of the company for the season. LO.L.—A meeting of Orangemen in connection with the celebration of the 6ih of November, will be held at the Orange Hall this evening. Tulip Show, —A tulip show in connection with the Sydenham Horticultural Society will be held at the schoolroom, Selwyu street, Addington, to-night. Entebtainubnt.—An entertainment will he given in the Town Hall, Papanni, this evening, comprising musio-1 items, and the farce of “ The Wandering Minstrel.” In the former, Miss Joynt, Miss Jackson, Mesdames Barry and Oridland, and Messrs Knox, Woledge, Jennings and Miles will take part. The characters in th : faroa will be sustained by local residents. A special tram will leave Cathedral square at 7.40. Thb Philosophical Institute.—An adjourned meeting of the Institute was held last night, when the discussion was continued on Professor Von Haast’s paper on the “Weka Pass Paintings.” An interesting paper was also read by Professor Hutton. Sir Watt was elected a member of the Institute. Professor Yon Haast presided, and there was a'good attendance of members. Thb Fbbbt Hoad Teamvtat. —Authority was given to the chairman of the Wooliton town district commissioners at their ordinary meeting, held last evening, to sign the necessary documents' empowering the Tramway Company to continue its line from the present terminus, near the Oemetery road, to the Swing bridge. The distance is about ninety chains, and is expected to be ready for traffic early in December. Smallpox Soabb.—Last Evening there was a report in town that smallpox had broken ont in a Chinaman’s house in Lichfield street. The police, on hearing the rumor, reported it to the medical officer of the Board of Health, who visited the house. There be saw a number of Chinamen, the only occupants of the house he was assured, ■and they all seemed perfectly healthy. He also examined the rooms in the bouse, and found no one sick in any of them. Abbuexoh Debating Society. The members of the above society bronght their first session to a close on Wednesday evening with an entertainment, consisting of songs, readings, and instrumental music. The president, Mr W. H. Z->uoh, occupied the chair, and there was a good attondonce. _ The ladies and gentleman who contributed items during the evening were Misses Gates, Fooks, and Perm din, and Messrs G. W. Bobinson, Townsend, Fooks, H. M. Jones, Craighead, Stephenson, and Zonoh. Boycotting Newspapbhs.—Mr Stout has initiated the boycotting principle advocated by him at the McKenzie banquet. In yesterday’s issue of the “Daily Times” tho following paragraph appeared :—“ Wa are crushed! Mr Stout has requested that the “Daily Times” shall no more be sent to •him. We shall struggle hard to exist without him, but the blow is a heavy one.”

Youhq Mbit's Club.—The usual meeting of tho committee was held last night j the Major in the chair. Apologies were received from the Dean and Mr Malcolm The Mayor stated that the sab-committee appointed for the purpose of arranging for new premises had been able to obtain promises in GHonoester ■treat, and workmen wore engaged in patting the building in order. A member of committee kindly promised to supply tho gas fittings, which offer was accepted with thanks. It was decided that the sub-oom-mittee already chosen, with the addition of Mr March, be authorised to make arrangements for the services of a caretaker, and also to obtain furniture, Ac. It was announced that Mr Jameson had kindly offered to supply the “ Leisure Hour ” month by month. The committee then adjourned, Oixy Improvements.—Mr Messenger, of His Lordship’s Hotel, has recently been

making some extensive improvement* in the building consequent on obtaining an total license. The front portion of the building comprise* a spacious hall, opening out upon which is a comfortably furnished commercial room and a bar fitted up with all the latest im* proyements The dining room,which is entirely separate from the hotel and ap- £ reached by a private side entrance, is 60 x 20, ghted by three sunlights of improved patterns, the window* being fitted with Venetian blinds. At one end of the dining room is a bar. which is used as a sideboard _ during the day, and a private bar during the evening. Tho kitchen, serving room, and pantry, though quite cut off from the luncheon room is yet so contiguous as to render the serving of luncheons easy. On the same floor axe three very commodious rooms specially act apart for ladies, which are nicely furnished and very complete. At the entrance to the luncheon room is a very great convenience, viz,, a lavatory fitted with every requisite. Upstairs are ten bedrooms, one of which, the bridal chamber, is a perfect bower of Oupid. The fittings and furniture of this room are excellent, and in the beet taste. There are also some nicely furnished sitting rooms en mite. Altogether His Lordship's Hotel is a great addition to our hotels, and no -doubt Mr Messenger will reap the reward of bia enterprise. To-morrow ho gives a free luncheon in celebration of tho opening of his new premises. Masoxio. —The quarterly communication of the District Grand Lodge of Canterbury, D. 0., was held lost night in tho St. Augustine Hall, when there was a largo attendance, over fifty member* being present. The chair was occupied by Bro. H. Thomson, D.D.G. M., and a great deal of basin ess of importance to iht craft wm transacted.

1.0.0. F., M.U.—The Loyal Addington Lodge was opened by the district officer'? at St. Mary’s Schoolroom, Park road, on Tuesday night. There was a good attendance of visiting brethren representing the Loyal City of Christchurch, Volunteer, Benevolent, Perseverance, Phillipstown, and Star of Waltham lodges. Lodge being opened in due form, the acting officers were, viz ; —G.M. O. Foster, Prov. Q.M.j N.G. D. Cameron, P.P.Q.M.; V.G. W. L. Smith, P.G.j 8.8. O. Winny, P.P.8.; P.B. J. Bichardson, P. 0.8.; 8.8. to N.G, T. Kent. P P.Q.M.; L.S. to N.G. W. G. Woodford, P.PG.M.; B.S. to V.G. J. MoMeekin, P.V.0.; L.S. to V.G. Qahagan ; IG. O. Brown , Warden Denny. The candidates having handed in the necessary certificates were then initiated, F.G. Smart and N.G. Cnmmingi acting as condnotors. The Prov. G.M. then read the dispensation authorising the constitution and continuance of the new lodge, after which the election of officers for the first term took place as followsQ.M., W. L. Smith; N.Q., A. Cummings ; V.G., T, Plumbrige; P.S., O. Winny, who were installed in their respective offices, the Prov. G.M. reading the charge. The remaining officers were then elected, vi*.: —Trustees,!. MoKeown and T. Plumorige j treasurer, W. L, Smith; R.B. to N.G., F. Jackson ; B.S, to V.G., T. McKeown ; L.S, to V.G., T. Brunsden; 1.0., Bro. Gates; warden, Bro. MoEwan. The officers elect then returned thanks for the honor done them. It was resolved the lodge meet on each alternate Tuesday at 7.30 p.m., and the lecture to be given on the first lodge night in each month. After ,tha necessary business was transacted the lodge closed in due form, receipts being nearly £B. An adjournment was then made for refreshments, though! fully provided for the occasion, after which the members indulged in harmony for the remainder of the evening. The proceedings terminated by the company singing the National Anthem, every one having thoroughly appreciated the whole proceedings of the evening. Tub Dog Snow.—Advantage has been taken of the forthcoming annual show of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association by the Canterbury Coursing Club to repeat the dog show. That of last yeas will be remembered as one of the most successful yet held in New Zealand, and there is no reason to doubt the success of this one. Entries will be received not later tnan October 31st, by Messrs W. O. Walker and H. Ohatteriss, the secretaries, and also at various places in the province, particulars of which will be found in an advertisement that appears elsewhere. A Disastrous Yotaob. The barquo Ooohrina, which left Lyttelton for London on May 17th last, enoonntered a severe gale, daring whioh the ofaief officer (Mr Charles Trevenen), an able seaman named Pries, and L. F. G. Madox, an apprentice, were swept overboard by a sea whioh broke over her, and were drowned. The vessel sustained oon-

eiderable damage to her deck fittings, skylights, oompinion, Ac.

Thb Latb Fathhb Donovan.—At the Bomsn Catholic Church, Lyttelton, yesterday, the services in connection with the anniversary of the death of the late priest, the Eev, Father Donovan, were celebrated. Solemn office for the dead, and a requiem, “ Minna Cantata,” were performed by Father Ohervier, celebrant, assisted by Father Oinaty, master of ceremonies, and Fathers O’Donnel, Coffey, and Treaoy, chanters. The church was decorated for the service, which was attended by a large congregation, amongst whom were many visiting Protestants who cherish kindly recollections of the late priest.

The Lath Bet. J. D. Fbegusson.— The very general regret that was expressed at the somewhat sodden demise of the Bev. J. D. Fergusson, was given practical expression at bis funeral yesterday, which took place at 8 p.ra. The ninal service at the late residence of the deceased gentleman was conducted by the Eev. J. Hill, of Lyttelton, and the Bev. Mr McCollum. The funeral procession was very long, from thirty to forty carriages and a number of horsemen taking part therein. The chief mourners were Messrs F. and D. Fergusson, the pallbearers being Messrs J. Anderson, sen., J, D. Maopberson, Geo. Maokay, A, Dempster, Dr. Macdonald, and the Bev. John Hill. The officiating clergymen at the grave were the Bevs. T. B. Cairns and John Elmslie.

Cbickbt.—The following will play on behalf of the Kaiapoi United Cricket Glnb against the Papanui United C.C., at Papanni, on Saturday Messrs E. and O. Bradley, Webster, Pearce, A., Sbeard, Brooke, Bnrnip, sen,, Pullen, Wearing (captain), Nalder, and Hayman, C.; emergencies, Rowland and Hardey. Flayers leave Burnip’s Hotel at 12 45 p m.

Tho writer of “ Town Talk” in tho “Argus” says : —“ Everyone who knows Lincoln’s Inn remembers the Vice-chancellor who hated newspapers being read in his Court. 1 1 cannot,’ be need to say, ' order Qneen’s counsel to discontinue that disrespectful and offensive practice, bnt I come to a full stop in my judicial observations, and bring the full power of my eye to bear upon them till they lay down the obnoxious journals.’ A judge iu Liverpool last week actually ordered an unfortunate reporter out of Court who was solacing himself with the news of the day. ‘ When I speak let no dog bark’ was an expression once thought to be sufficiently egotistic j but in this case it does not appear that any dog was barking j the newspaper did not so much as make a rustle.”

A burglar in California asked the judge to go light on him because he wont to the trouble of lagging off a lot of plated ware when there was a heap of solid silver on the next shelf. Burglars can feel chagrined and put out as well as other folks. •Jonnie, hero you are at the breakfast table, and your face is unwashed,’ said his mother, with a sharp look. 1 1 know, ms, 1 saw the animalcules in pa’a microscope last night, and I ain’t going to have those things crawling all over my fans with their funny little legs.’ At a dinner parly given in Paris, one of the gentlemen unluckily upset a glass of claret, whose contents fell plump into the lap of tho fair lady next to him. The ruby liqnid ran down the entire front breadth of tho very beautiful dress of the sky-bine satin which she wore for the first time. Being of an inventive turn of mind, the owner of tho victimised dress had the damaged front covered with delicate drapery of silver gauze, through which the ruby stain on the blue ground produces a novel but very pretty effect. All her friends are now begging to know where she picked up the odd piece of “ watered satin,” which they all think so charming.